Dear Friends,
We have probed the depths of the Prodigal Son's story over the past few weeks. Did you realize there were witnesses lurking in the background of the painting all this time? When you lean in close to the piece, you will see their faces, watching the scene play out before them. Who are they? What are they doing there? You don't want to miss what their presence has to say to you—we will hear more about that this Sunday. In the meantime, we have a lot of great things going on at FBC Griffin this week! Share with us how we can be praying for you this week.
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Come one, come all to the Community Garden TONIGHT between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. to help get the garden in tip-top shape for planting! We will have pitch forks, but bring a shovel if you have one. We have mulch and we're ready to spread it.
If you have questions about the Community Garden or if you would like to serve on a garden rotation this spring/summer, please contact Patrick Shepherd. |
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COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: CHASING FRANCIS
The library ministry invites you to our second Coffee and Conversation of 2022. On Saturday, April 2, 10:30-11:45 a.m., Brian McCartney will discuss the novel Chasing Francis. We will explore the many religious themes in the novel and become better acquainted with Saint Francis of Assisi. The eBook of this title is available for purchase online if you are interested in having a copy.
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We invite you to join us on Thursday, April 14th, at 6:00 p.m. in Morgan Hall for a very special service during which we will narrate, sing, and read from Scripture as we contemplate the colors of the cross. Our ministerial staff will lead us in acoustic worship with hymns interspersed with old favorite choruses. We will participate in the Lord's Supper as we reflect on Christ's sacrifice for us. |
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We will participate in the Lord's Supper on Sunday, April 3. As is our tradition at FBC Griffin, we will also collect a Benevolence Offering at the end of the service. Our Benevolence Ministry supports those most in need in our community through services like the Caregiver's Clothes Closet and partners with other services in our area like Five Loaves and two Fish Food Pantry. |
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Our little ones will participate in the Community Garden Work Day between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. tonight. You can meet us in the garden across from the Family Life Building. |
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April 13: Easter Egg Hunt |
We've been told that the Easter bunny will be hopping through Griffin soon.
Make sure you have a basket ready on April 13 at 6:00 p.m. (after our 5:00 p.m. meal) to intercept any goody-filled eggs that might have been left behind!
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Leading in Worship
Our Wednesday night 1st-5th graders will be leading in worship soon. On Palm Sunday, April 10, look for them in the Celebration Service. Then, on Mother's Day, May 8, we will get to see them leading in Connexion.
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Would you like to receive our Children's Ministry Newsletter? Click on the button to let us know you want to subscribe to the newsletter. |
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Students will meet in the basement (the Student Center) at 6:30 p.m. tonight for worship and small groups. Ask your teen to invite someone along on Wednesday night for games, Bible study, and to make new friends!
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Basecamp will be here before you know it! Get that calendar out and block out July 18-22, 2022 because you don't want to miss this experience! More details are coming soon.
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Do you have a student graduating soon? (Or, are YOU graduating soon?) We would love to spotlight our graduates in May, but we need your help.
Click on the Graduate button below to send us the information we need to help our church family celebrate this accomplishment.
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Rehearsal Updates
Sanctuary Choir will rehearse on Wednesday, March 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Connexion Praise Band will rehearse on March 30 at 7:00 p.m.
The Ukulele Ensemble will rehearse on Thursday, March 31 at noon.
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We invite you to join us for a hymn sing today online. |
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Today is the last day to partner with our Mission Council and the Spalding County school system to participate in the care basket project to benefit local, first-generation college students. Our part is to collect surge protectors. Drop boxes are available for surge protector donations in each of our Welcome Centers this Sunday. Email Sandra Long if you would like to become an encourager for one of these students.
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North American Mission Emphasis |
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Thank you for your support of North American Missions throughout the month of March. If you missed any of the powerful video messages during the week of prayer (last week), we encourage you to WATCH them on our website.
Our goal for this mission offering was $7,000.00. Our offering currently stands at:
Annie Armstrong
$750.00
CBF Global
$2,680.00
Today is the last day to get those gifts in for CBF Global and Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. These links take you directly to those giving pages.
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In keeping with our church's theme for 2022 — Inspire — we have assembled a display of resources on the Holy Spirit for your reading pleasure. We hope you will drop by the Church Library to out these and so many other interesting materials.
We are open on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Sunday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Pictures worth a 1,000 words... |
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Bob Long and his Levite Team have been working hard to diagnose and repair damaged projectors in Morgan Hall. |
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April 2: FBC Griffin's day to serve at the Five Loaves and Two Fish Food Pantry. For more information on participating in this ministry, please contact Gail Hammock.
April 4-8: Spring Break Week (for many)
We will not have the regular Morning Prayer during the week of April 4-9. In addition, we will not hold Wednesday night activities on April 6 as many of our schools will be off on spring break.
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April 12: XYZ meets in Morgan Hall at 11:30 a.m. The program will feature Marie Broder, the District Attorney in Griffin. Our meal will be catered by Honey Baked Ham. Please call the church office to RSVP or click HERE.
April 12: WOM meets following the XYZ meeting. Ron Murray is our speaker. Please bring toothpaste and deodorant for the Food Pantry as our project for the month.
April 14, Maundy Thursday: Please join us in Morgan Hall at 6:00 p.m. for this special service. See the announcement at the beginning of this newsletter for more details.
April 15, Good Friday: You are invited to participate in a self-guided service of reflection titled It Is Finished: The Seven Last Words of Christ in Bramblett Chapel between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
April 17: Easter Sunday Services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Remember to bring your best flower from home to place on the Easter cross in the Chapel Garden. We invite you to send an Easter Service postcard to your friends and family. We have them available at the church and one will be in your order of worship this Sunday.
April 18: The Church Office will be closed in observance of Easter.
April 24: Yoga with Sam Knox from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the FLC gym. No reservation necessary. $10 per participant. Chair yoga is available during this session.
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Wednesday Night Meal
We will have chicken and dumplings, peas, rolls, and a dessert on March 30. You are invited to join us for supper before heading over to a Bible or book study. Bring the kids so they can get plugged into Missions and Music activities at 6:00 p.m.
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Weekday Registration Is OPEN
Registration for our FBC Weekday program is open. For more information, please contact Diane Lamb or Lynn Pitts in the Weekday Office at 770-228-7880. Or, drop them an email:
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To My Church Family,
Just wanted to thank everyone for the kind notes, thoughts, and prayers I received after the passing of my brother, David.
Many kind thanks to all of you!
Much love,
Suzanne Campbell
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Adopted As Sons
by Steven Norris
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“What did you say!?” My translator looked at me with shock and disbelief. Technically, I had conjugated the phrase correctly, but what I didn’t realize was that the word I had just spoken was also an idiom in that culture for something extremely offensive. Embarrassed, I apologized profusely and tried to go on about my business....
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The flowers in the Sanctuary and Morgan Hall are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Earle Millican, Jr. upon the anniversary of his birthdate (3-29-1931) by Barbara Scott Millican.
If you wish to place flowers in the Sanctuary or Morgan Hall in honor or memory of a loved one, then please call Brenda Goolsby (cell: 770-468-3959).
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Easter Flowers
On Easter Sunday there will be arrangements of lilies in the sanctuary, the narthex, and Morgan Hall. If you would like to honor a loved one by contributing toward these flowers, please put your gift of $12.00 (per listing) and the name of the person whom you are remembering or honoring in the offering plate or take it to the church office by April 3, 2022. Donations may also be made here or online through the FBC Griffin website by choosing Easter Memorial as the fund and by listing your honoree in the optional memo space.
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Need a ride to church?
Tony Powell is our Transportation Team coordinator and would be happy to arrange for your ride to church on Sunday mornings.
Give Tony a call at 770-490-5042 if you would like to set up a ride.
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Job Posting: Minister to Children and Families
(Please share with others.)
First Baptist Church is currently accepting resumes for the position of Minister to Children and Families to provide leadership to all areas of children’s ministry at FBC Griffin. This is a full-time position with benefits. For more information and instructions on how to apply, please click on the Learn More button below.
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March 27, 2022
Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 13 Weeks
$427,050.00
Budget Giving This Week
$19,124.75
Received Budget in 13 Weeks
$362,476.39
(under)/over
$(64,573.61)
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March 27 - April 2
Steven Norris
April 3 - April 9
Ron Murray
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First Baptist Church of Griffin
106 W. Taylor Street, Griffin, GA 30223
770.227.5517
info@fbcgriffin.org
www.fbcgriffin.org
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We believe in a grace that...
welcomes openly,
worships authentically,
grows continually,
serves passionately,
gives generously.
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Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm |
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